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Galle to Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa is just north of Galle on the coast road — easy for a day of snorkelling with turtles.
Your options
| Mode | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Private car / taxiDoor to door. Book a driver, or use PickMe/Uber (car). | 30 – 40 minutes | LKR 4,000 – LKR 4,000 |
| Tuk-tukThe lower end is the app price; street drivers usually ask more. | ~40 min | LKR 1,900 – LKR 4,200 |
| TrainMost trains on the coastal line stop at Hikkaduwa. | 25 – 35 minutes | LKR 40 – 150 |
| BusColombo-bound Galle Road buses stop in Hikkaduwa. | 40 – 50 minutes | LKR 80 – 150 |
Fares are estimates, last reviewed October 2026.
Local tips
- Stop at the tsunami memorial and museum in Peraliya on the way.
Check a fare
About 19 km by road
🛺 Tuk-tuk (PickMe / Uber)LKR 1,900 – LKR 2,500~41 min
🛺 Tuk-tuk (street, negotiated)LKR 2,900 – LKR 4,200A fair price to agree before you get in
🚗 Private car with driverLKR 4,000 – LKR 4,000~29 min · tolls extra
Estimates only, last reviewed October 2026. Prices go up late at night, during festivals and in peak season.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Galle to Hikkaduwa?
About 30 – 40 minutes by car for the 19 km trip. The train takes 25 – 35 minutes. The bus takes 40 – 50 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Galle to Hikkaduwa cost?
Expect roughly LKR 4,000 – LKR 4,000 for a private car with a driver. Prices last reviewed October 2026.
What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Hikkaduwa?
The train (LKR 40 – 150) or bus (LKR 80 – 150). Most trains on the coastal line stop at Hikkaduwa.
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